Seed library
Get free access to open-pollinated and non GMO seeds, donate seeds for others to enjoy, and grow gardening skills at workshops. The Seed Library aims to support local food systems, build seed saving literacy, and promote locally adapted plant genetics.
Indoor Composting with Vermicompost
Learn to build a simple vermicompost system that can be kept under your kitchen sink or on the balcony. Participants will learn about soil health, tips for a successful worm bin maintenance and about worm compost tea. Participants will also come away with an immediately usable composting system and the know-how to do it again or teach someone else. Vermicompost materials will be provided for each participant. In partnership with Zawadi Farm.
Please note: This workshop is designed for ages 13+. Participants under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Cooksville Library
Wednesday, October 21 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM - Woodlands Library
Wednesday, October 28 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM - Burnhamthorpe Library
Wednesday, November 11 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM - Port Credit Library
Wednesday, December 16 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM
When the growing season is over, harvest your seeds and return a portion of them to the library, to help keep the seed library self-sustaining. Donations are accepted at any library location.
Only open-pollinated heirloom (non-hybrid, non-GMO) pesticide-free seeds, which are less then 4 years old are accepted. Seeds should be clean and labelled with the seed type, year grown, and the location where it was grown.
Important note: Do not save seeds from plants grown from hybrid seeds. Seeds from these plants will not produce plants like the parent plant, and will not grow true-to-type.
Seed Library Gallery
Become a member
Contact us at seed.library@mississauga.ca if you are interested in learning more about the seed library or to become a member.